Christmas Hope

A WORD BUFFET FOR THE SEASON OF CHRISTMAS

MESSAGE BY PASTOR RATAN

Snack for the Soul

Pastor Ratan Babu Baipa

December 2, 2022

CHRISTMAS HOPE #1

Fear. One of the enemy’s most popular weapons that he uses against us. Worry, anxiety, and fear…can overwhelm us with a thick shadow of darkness, controlling our every move and decision.

“Through Chri s t Jesus we have received a Spirit of Boldness. Defeat every FEAR through FAITH you have received in Christ.”

SHARE THE HOPE IN CHRIST

#1 | FEAR NOT

“And the angel said unto them, FEAR NOT: for, behold, I bring you good tidings of great joy, which shall be to all people.” LUKE 2:10

There are many people today who are trapped by fears that imprison them and put them in bondage. The first-century Christians were also afraid of many issues, as 97% of the population were poor, slaves, and illiterate. There were constant wars, invasions by foreign nations, oppression by the emperor, and also the fear of bandits and barbarians. So, they lived in constant fear and were hoping for freedom and peace.

At a time such as this, a host of angels appears to the shepherds and declares “FEAR NOT”. They are going to be rescued by a savior who will remove the fear they were living with. He will bring light to the darkness, peace to the restlessness, and joy to their fearful lives. They will no longer live in fear. They were overjoyed at this good news and rushed to see baby Jesus. He returned with faith, courage, and much joy.

Are you living in fear today? No matter what kind of fear you have, know that Christ was born to take away all your fears and give you peace.

BIBLE VERSE FOR INSPIRATION

READ AND MEDIATE ON THESE SCRIPTURES

“The Lord is my light and my salvation—whom shall I fear? The Lord is the stronghold of my life—of whom shall I be afraid?” ~ Psalm 27:1

“The Lord is with me; I will not be afraid. What can man do to me? The Lord is with me; he is my helper.” ~ Psalm 118:6-7

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you.”

~ Deuteronomy 31:6

“’For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. Do not be afraid, for I myself will help you,’ declares the Lord, your Redeemer, the Holy One of Israel.”

~ Isaiah 41:13-14

“Fear of man will prove to be a snare, but whoever trusts in the Lord is kept safe.”

~ Proverbs 29:25

“The angel of the Lord encamps around those who fear him, and he delivers them.” Psalm 34:7